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Computer Tech 8/27
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software | the programs and other operating information used by a computer. |
operating system | the software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as scheduling tasks, executing applications, and controlling peripherals. |
hardware | tools, machinery, and other durable equipment. |
digital | showing the time by means of displayed digits rather than hands or a pointer. |
hard drive | a high-capacity, self-contained storage device containing a read-write mechanism plus one or more hard disks, inside a sealed unit. Also called hard disk drive. |
input | a place where, or a device through which, energy or information enters a system. |
output | a place where power or information leaves a system. |
external storage device | An external storage device, also referred to as auxiliary storage and secondary storage, is a device that contains all the addressable data storage that is not inside a computer's main storage or memory. |
read only memory (ROM) | memory read at high speed but not capable of being changed by program instructions. |
windows 10 | Windows 10 is a Microsoft operating system for personal computers, tablets, embedded devices and internet of things devices. ... Windows 10 Mobile is a version of the operating system Microsoft designed specifically for smartphones. |
google chrome | Google Chrome is a cross-platform web browser developed by Google. The browser is also the main component of Chrome OS, where it serves as the platform for web apps. |
short cut keys | A keyboard key that invokes a function in the operating system or application when pressed. Shortcut keys, which may involve pressing two or three keys at the same time, are set up for common tasks such as launching a favorite program. |
mircrosoft word | Microsoft Word or MS-WORD (often called Word) is a Graphical word processing program that users can type with. It is made by the computer company Microsoft. Similar to other word processors, it has helpful tools to make documents. |
google docs | Google Docs is a free Web-based application in which documents and spreadsheets can be created, edited and stored. Google Docs is compatible with most presentation software and word processor applications. |
google drive | Google Drive is a file storage and synchronization Google Drive allows users to store files on their servers, synchronize files across devices, and share files Files created and edited through the office suite are saved in Google Drive. |